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PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN 6) — With the Fourth of July finally here, fireworks have moved from the shelves and will soon be lighting up the Pacific Northwest sky.

OREGON

In Oregon, fireworks are now legally for sale from permitted retailers and stands. But the sale or possession of fireworks that fly, explode or travel more than six feet on the ground or one foot in the air is forbidden.

Also illegal in Oregon are bottle rockets, Roman candles and firecrackers.

People who have illegal fireworks seized may be arrested and face a fine of up to $1000 per violation. People who use illegal fireworks that cause property damage or injury are liable, and parents are liable for things their children do.

Portland police will once again conduct “Operation: Lower the Boom” in the days before and after the 4th. If a citizen sees illegal fireworks, the Lower the Boom hotline is 503.823.3333. Authorities will come out and deal with the issue.

Authorities suggest keeping your pets indoors as much as possible on the 4th, and possibly a few days before and after. If a stray enters your life, hold on to the pet until your local animal shelter is open.

Fireworks over downtown Portland, July 4, 2013 (Report It)

OFFICIAL CELEBRATIONS

In downtown Portland, fireworks are set to begin at 10:05 p.m. at Tom McCall Waterfront Park on the Willamette River at the end of that day’s Waterfront Blues Festival.

In Vancouver, the Independence Day fireworks show will begin at 10:05 p.m. on the Fourth of July at Fort Vancouver. Gates open at 8 a.m. for people to arrive, and entertainment begins at noon.